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Dear Sir
8.30 a.m. to 10.30 a.m.
5 November 2011
to purchase
Thank you
the proposed date is not
convenient to you
Numbers of visitors
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5 September 2012
_______________,
Permission to Visit Factory
On behalf of the Art Club members of my school, we would like to ________________________________
to visit your factory.
2.
3.
The objectives of the visit include ________________________________________________.
Many of our students are in Form Four and would like to ______________________________________ for
their batik printing project next year. Hence, we would like to ____________________________________.
4.
We would also like _________________________ a few pieces as souvenirs and
gifts._________________________________, most of us have never been to Terengganu and this will be
our first visit. Hence, I am very sure that most of us would be _____________________________________
to take home. I hope we ____________________________________ for the souvenirs purchased.
5.
I hope you will be able _________________________________ to visit your premises. We are
willing to accept an alternative date if______________________________________________________.
_______________________.
_______________________,
Saddamia Rauddah
(SADDAMIA RAUDDAH)
The Secretary
Art Club
Sekolah Menengah Sultan Idris Shah
EXERCISE 1B: FORMAL LETTER (2)
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Dear Sir,
shout loudly
swarmed with flies
Thank you
extremely rude
filthy conditions
Encik Amir Bin Johar,
The Principal,
SMK Jalan Teko,
08100 Bedong,
Kedah.
leftover food
burden
cover their hair
health risk
too high
Soo Wee Kim,
Form 3 Bestari,
SMK Jalan Teko,
08100 Bedong,
Kedah.
dirty aprons
price of food
effective measures
Yours faithfully
_________________________________,
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18 September 2012
_________________
Poor Conditions at the School Canteen
______________________________ the students of SMK Jalan Teko, I would like to bring to your
attention the poor conditions of our school canteen.
2.
Firstly, the workers in the school canteen are ____________________________. They like to
___________________________ at the students for no reason. Besides, there is a lack of
__________________. The workers do not wear caps to ______________________________. They also
use ___________________________ while cooking or serving food.
3.
Moreover, the food is prepared and served under ___________________________. The canteen
is ___________________________________. This can pose a _______________________ as flies are
known to be carriers of diseases such as cholera. There are ________________________ on the tables and
floor. This has attracted __________________________________________ to our school canteen.
4.
Another matter is regarding the ____________________________. Although there is a good
variety of food, the prices are ____________________. A plate of fried rice and a glass of syrup cost
RM4.50 which is as high as any restaurant in town. Most students cannot afford the high prices and this
might be a _______________ on them.
5.
We hope that the school authorities
_________________________ to overcome them.
will
look
into
these
problems
and
take
_________________________.
_________________________,
Wee Kim
(SOO WEE KIM)
Form 3 Bestari
SMK Jalan Teko
B) EXERCISE 2A: SPEECH / TALK (1)
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Sample question:
You are the head prefect in your school. At the beginning of the new school term, you have been asked to
remind students about the school regulations. Write out your speech using the notes below:ATTIRE:School uniform
-neat
-wear white shoes and socks
Hair
-boys - short
-girls - short or long - long hair must be tied up
Nails
-short
Make up-is not allowed in school!
CONDUCT:-No loitering
-No jewellery
-Be punctual
-Pay attention in class
-No handphones
-No smoking
-Respect teachers
-No playing truant
Sample Answer: Fill in the blanks with the correct phrase. Choose the phrase from the table below. Then,
REWRITE the speech in the examination pad.
refresh your memory
school uniform
head prefect
keep
tied
banned
black sheep
allowed
our principal, teachers and fellow
students
short and neatly combed
truant
confiscated
pay attention
influenced
make-up
short
punctual
you will have to face the music
Respect
suspended
regulations
Answer
Good morning to _______________________________________
____________________________________________________________.
Welcome to the new school term. I am Nuzul Fikrie Ahmad, the
_______________________ of SMK Raja Muda. This morning, I would
like to __________________________________ about our school
regulations especially regarding attire and conduct.
Explanation
Paragraph 1
INTRODUCTION
Greet the audience.
e.g: Good morning /
afternoon / evening to..
Introduce yourself to
the audience- (your
name, position held)
e.g: I am Dr Fiqry Nasir
from Assunta Hospital in
Petaling Jaya.
Introduce topic
e.g: I am here to present
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Paragraph 2,3,4,5
BODY
Main points and their
elaboration (facts,
figures, examples)
Discussion on
vocabulary
Attire clothes
Confiscated taken away
Comply follow
face the music face the
consequences
suspended banned from
attending school
for a duration
black sheep people who are
considered bad or
embarrassing
Paragraph 6: Ending
thank the audience
e.g: Thank you very
much for your kind
attention.
Thank you.
C) EXERCISE 2B: SPEECH / TALK (2)
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Sample Answer: Underline the correct answer. Then, REWRITE the speech in the examination pad.
A very good morning to the principal, teachers and friends. I (is/am) Najwa Latif, the president
of the Health Club in SMK Tanjung Bunga. Today, I would like to present a speech on how we can
(prepare/prepares) for examinations.
Most of us would have butterflies in our stomach when examinations (is/are) drawing near. We
can be so nervous that we will not be able to focus or concentrate on our (study/studies) and revision.
Therefore, I would (like/likes) to share with you some tips on how to handle such situation.
Firstly, it is good idea (to/too) make short notes. This will make it easier to remember some of
the (important/valuable) points. You do not need to (read/reads) the whole text. This will save you time
(browses/browsing) through thick books. (We/You) can draw mind maps to prepare your short notes.
(Although/In addition), you need to have enough sleep. Normally you (would/should) have at
least 6 hours of sleep. (This/These) will enable your mind and body to rest. If you have sufficient hours of
sleep, you will not feel (lethargic/slow) the next morning, but fresh and alert.
Another point (is/are) asking questions. You should not (feels/feel) shy to ask questions in class.
I am sure all teachers would be happy to answer your questions pertaining to what is being (teach/taught).
This will (clear/release) any doubts that you have. You can also ask (our/your) friends to help you.
Finally, you can organize a group discussion (through/with) your friends. Make sure that the
group is not (to/too) big. (Therefore/Otherwise) all of you will divert your attention to other discussions.
A group discussion (foster/fosters) teamwork between you and your friends. It enables you to
(divide/share) your ideas and viewpoints. In this way, you will be able to understand the lesson
(best/better).
So, as you can see, you do not need to worry about (facing/having) examinations. I hope you
will find (this/these) tips useful. Always remember where there is a will, there is (a/the) way. Good luck!
D) EXERCISE 3: OPINION
Sample Question:
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Furthermore
local fruit are better than imported
fruit
not so fresh
cheaper, fresher and contain more
nutritional benefits
I firmly believe
better for consumers
packed and refrigerated
anytime and anywhere
overindulging
I believe that imported
fruit have more benefits
than local fruit
get bored
seasonal
I agree with
E) EXERCISE 4: REPORT
The pie-chart below provides information regarding the activities carried out by students of SMK Seri Perak
during the school holidays. Write a report for your school bulletin and give reasons for the choices made.
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10%
15%
Fill in the blanks with the correct phrase. Choose the correct answers from the table below.
watching television.
camping and jungle trekking
average background whose parents are mostly
to travel, go camping, work part-time, read, hangfactory workers
out with friends and watch television.
highest percentage
relaxing and reduces stress
better background and always pass with flying
believe in early preparations for any major
colours
examination
stress and tension
Reading and working part time
indulge in outdoor activities as they find it
well-to-do families and travelling has become a
interesting and adventurous
compulsory agenda for them
they learn a lot about foreign customs and culture Last but not least
whenever travel to other countries
non-academic materials such as fiction books and to save money from the wages received to buy
magazines
things that they like
In conclusion
is regarded as unhealthy and not beneficial
useful and could help them to relax after working help build confidence and co-operation among
so hard in school
participants
Travelling
outdoor activity which is camping
it can help them make many new friends
to hang-out with their friends
The Activities Carried Out By Students Of SMK Seri Perak During The School Holidays
Various activities are usually carried out during school holidays. As for students of SMK Seri Perak,
they prefer [1]______________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________
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Sample Answer: Fill in the blanks with the correct word/phrase. Choose the answer from the table below.
Then, REWRITE the article in the examination pad.
pick up
assigned
examinations
memorise
well-being
time
medals and trophies
attentively
strike a balance
recall information
rest, relax and recuperate
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Sample Answer: Fill in the blanks with the correct word/phrase. Choose the answer from the table below.
Then, REWRITE the article in the examination pad.
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crystal clear
trip
journey
rest and relax
dark
good breakfast
adventurous
pass
rewarded
excited
Ferried
like logs
Kind
Headed
wildlife officer
sandy beach
Trudged
stayed up
Formations
native
Sample Answer: Fill in the blanks with the correct word/phrase. Choose the answer from the table below.
Then, REWRITE the recount in the examination pad.
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exhausted
trail
spot
armed
head
lost our way
native
determine
put up a night
Trudged
Pitched
Eager
Report
Ordeal
led the way
It was school holidays, Peter, Rahmad and I decided to go on a camping trip. We left early in the
morning and reached our ___________________ in Hutan Lipur, Pahang around noon. When we arrived, we
followed a narrow ___________________ leading into the jungle. We wanted to look for a good ___________
to set up camp. Finally, we _____________________ our tent near a waterfall.
After cooking our first meal, Peter suggested that we ____________________ the jungle. So we
______________ ourselves with several bottles of mineral water, a small penknife and a torchlight. We were
______________ at the various flora and fauna found. However, after a few hours, we realized that we had
_____________________________. We had also finished the last few drops of our mineral water. We were now
feeling ______________________. Fortunately, we came upon a cave. We decided to
________________________ there as it was getting dark.
The next morning, we were _________________ to find our way back. So we set out to
________________ the direction of the rising sun and went westward. After walking for about two hours, we
came to a river. We ____________________ along the river bank, following the direction of the river. By then,
we were ___________________ with exhaustion.
Suddenly, we saw a __________________ catching fish. We shouted and waved
_______________________ at him to get his attention. The native saw us and _________________ to his
friends. They came to help us and _____________________________ to their village. We were given some
food and drinks, and after that we _____________________.
The following morning, the village headman took us to the police station to make a ________________.
We could not wait to ________________ home. We were tired but relieved our _______________ in the jungle
was over.
Expressions used:
as fit as a fiddle in good health
time is gold
bad hats troublemakers
state-of-the-art modern
a healthy mind creates a healthy body
pen off stop writing
Underline the correct answer. Then, REWRITE the letter.
________________,
________________,
________________.
16 January 2011
Dearest ______________,
I hope you [1- is, are, was, were] as fit as a fiddle and not too homesick. All of us are fine back
home although we [2- miss, misses, missed, are missing] having you around. I especially miss you as I no
longer have anyone to [3- play, plays, played, playing] badminton with.
In your last letter, you [4- tell, tells, told, are telling] me that youre having some difficulties in your
new school. As you may already know, life in residential school [5- is, are, was, were] very different from
home. It is more difficult and you may [6- face, faces, faced, facing] many problems.
[7- In addition, Since, However, Next], dont fret too much because all these problems can be overcome.
First, make sure that you organise your time [8- foolishly, slowly, wisely, quickly] because time is
gold. Divide your time for doing homework, studying, [9- wash, washes, washed, washing] clothes and so
on. I suggest that you have [10- a, an, the] timetable. So, you may find [11- it, its, its] easier to finish all
that you have to do and still have some free time for yourself.
Next, please do be careful [12- on, in, at, of] your choice of friends. There [13- is, are, was, were]
bound to be some bad hats around. So, make sure that youre not [14- influence, influences, influenced,
influencing] by the wrong set of friends. Stay away from any unhealthy [15- activity, activities] such as
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keeping well
take a tour
drove up
tour by
How are you
your suggestion
were awestruck
a sea of green leaves
At the end of the tour
learnt about
tea plantation
Send my regards to Auntie
eye-opener
waved warmly
plucking tea leaves
fast and hard
made from
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________________,
________________.
31 July 2011
My dear ______________,
(1)_________________________________ and Auntie? I hope that both of you are
(2)______________________________.Thank you so much for (3) ______________________________ to
visit the Highlands tea plantation. We had such an (4)____________________________________________
trip.
As we (5) ______________________________ to the plantation resort, through the rows of tea
plants, we (6) ______________________________ by the vastness of the plantation land. There were rows
and rows of tea plants like (7) _____________________________________, as far as the eye can see!
We (8) ______________________________ the Highlands Tea Garden Resort for a night. The first
thing we did when we arrived was to (9) ______________________________ of the plantation on the back
of a lorry. We chose to (10) ______________________________ lorry because in the open vehicle, we
could almost touch the (11) ______________________________ as it slowly weaved its way between the
low tea shrubs. The smell of fresh tea leaves (12) ______________________________!
Then the lorry took us to the tea factory where we (13) ______________________________ tea
drying and the different grades of tea. (14) ______________________________, we had afternoon tea at
the caf where there were so many delicious cakes and pastries, some (15)
______________________________ tea. Father gave us a (16) ______________________________. We
could choose anything we wanted!
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